Prime Minister Mark Carney travels to Germany this week for the world’s leading security conference, aligning with Canada’s push to revise its defense policy.
His office confirms the trip begins Wednesday and extends through Sunday in Munich.
Key Discussions at Munich Security Conference
Heads of government convene at the event to tackle pressing defense challenges. The gathering unfolds amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions unsettling global stability, including an early-year directive for the forced capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and threats to annex Denmark’s Greenland territory, which jeopardize NATO cohesion.
Insights from Recent Report
Conference organizers released a report drawing on Carney’s speech last month at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He emphasized collaboration among middle powers to counter economic pressures from dominant nations.
Business Engagements
Carney also schedules meetings with industry leaders to secure investments in Canada’s vital minerals, energy, and technology sectors.
